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225 Cricothyrotomy Flashcards

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What are the INDICATIONS for the CRICOTHYROTOMY medical directive?

A

Need for advanced airway
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SGA/Intubation unsuccessful/ contraindicated
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Unable to ventilate

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What are the CONDITIONS for CRICOTHYROTOMY in the AUXILLARY Medical Directive?

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Over 12
Altered

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What are some reasons for a CRICOTHYROTOMY?

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Facial Trauma
Severe oral bleeding
Severe Edema

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What is a common adverse effect of cricothryrotomies?

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Pneumothorax due to increased pressure

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What are the CONTRAINDICATIONS for CRICOTHYROTOMY in the AUXILLARY Medical Directive?

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Fractured Larynx
Unable to landmark

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What is the PRIMARY tube confirmation method for CRICOTHYROTOMY in the AUXILLARY Medical Directive?

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ETCO2 with waveform

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What are the SECONDARY tube confirmation methods for CRICOTHYROTOMY in the AUXILLARY Medical Directive?

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ETCO2 non waveform
Auscultation
Chest rise

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